State regulators approved rules this week that would allow NV Energy to play a central role in building electric vehicle charging stations.
The Nevada Independent reports the decision was applauded by clean energy advocates but criticized by the state’s consumer advocate, saying it could come at a high cost to ratepayers.
This has mirrored a larger debate in the country as to whether charging stations should be tasked to energy monopolies or private companies. Nevada aligned itself with states like California and Utah that allow utilities to help build electric vehicle charging stations.
Utility regulators directed NV Energy to set aside $15 million to help build out the state’s charging infrastructure.
